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Which one is a positive feedback mechanism?

A

Sexual stimulation

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Allosteric inhibition

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Blood pressure

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Perspiration

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Solution

The correct option is B Allosteric inhibition
Allosteric inhibition is the regulation of an enzyme by an effector molecule that binds to a site other than the active site, which is called allosteric site. Since it is not blocking the active site it is called 'positive feedback' option $(B)$

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